Are You Planning to Travel This Summer? 6 Points to Consider

Are You Planning to Travel This Summer? 6 Points to Consider by Simon Johnnson
in Travel (submitted 2010-05-11)


Recession and Travel

In the last couple of years the world has witnessed widespread recession that has left an adverse impact on a lot of people across the globe. The most immediate effect is that many people who have been hit financially are pressured to save money and spend less to tide over this difficult period. As a result people choose to spend their vacations at home and do not venture out even during the summer months. This forced strategy for the sake of thrift has earned itself the sobriquet "staycation", which means staying home for vacations.

Staycations

Things being as they are if one is forced to take a staycation, things need not look bleak at all. A staycation does not have to be uneventful and boring. There are lots of activities that you can do to have a good time and spend a great vacation at home or close to it. This article is a good read for those who would like to plan a virtual vacation full of excitement and fun no matter where you live!

Things to Do on a Staycation

*If you own a boat or may be able to borrow one for a short vacation, then plan a fun-filled trip with your family to the nearest lake.

*This is cheaper than going on a cruise with your family and will only cost you a little money for buying gas. The kids will enjoy this much more than going off to far off and exotic destinations. This will also give you the opportunity to bond with your family more intimately as you will be the only ones in the boat unlike an expensive cruise which would have to be shared with other guests.

*Camping out is another good idea. This has been one of the classical recreational activities for many, many years but sometimes we can lose sight of it while planning for grand vacations. The fact of the matter is that the nation can boast of some of the best national parks and outdoor recreational areas in the whole world. Taking your family out to these spots will ensure that you all have an enjoyable and memorable time that will leave a lasting impression on all your family members.

*City dwellers need not despair; cities have lots to offer too. There are lots of local parks, museums, zoos and a host of other family- friendly sites and recreational venues where you can take your family for entertainment. You could take your children to one of the city parks where you can enjoy a variety of recreational activities. You can have a picnic, go boating on a rented boat, bike along with your children or just have fun and around and play games in the park.

*A visit to the local zoo may be both entertaining and educational. Young children are usually delighted to go to the zoo. Allow the kids to explore the area and participate in the animal-feeding activity under your supervision if permitted. Most zoos have special animal shows and other exciting events for the entertainment of children on holidays. So that will be something that you and your family can look forward to.

*You can also spend your summer cultivating your artistic and creative side by visiting public museums. There are thematic museums that exhibit art collections depicting history, science and arts. Taking your children to these places will help them recognize their own talents and interest in arts and history. Many museums offer lots of programs and interactive quizzes that your children may participate in if they feel so inclined. Such visits will not only be recreational but also informative and thought provoking.

It's All About Family

It may be useful to remember that vacations are more for family bonding and spending quality time with each other. Summer vacations need not necessarily be spent on traveling to expensive resorts and be located near the beach. The city has lots of interesting opportunities to offer and you can spend a most enjoyable vacation being engaged in the various activities as suggested above. The important thing is to do a bit of research and finding out which places are worth visiting and which activities are worth trying out together with your family.


About the Author
Simon Johnnson is the director of content for Executive Gift Shoppe. They specialize in briefcases and leather wallets for men.
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